2022 Kids’ Summer Movie Deals
Summer movie deals are coming! Local movie theaters offer weekday morning showings of recent releases at prices as low as $1 or $2. Cozy up in the air conditioning, grab…
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Ice Cream Trail! Local Ice Cream Shops in the Western Suburbs
Almost every summertime activity becomes instantly better when paired with your favorite ice cream! Lucky for us, there are so many local ice cream shops to choose from. Whether the…
Summer Festivals Are Back in Force for 2022
The sun is shining, band is playing, and carnival rides are spinning. It must mean summer festival time!
2022 Free Summer Fun in the Western Suburbs
What’s better than summertime fun? Free summertime fun! The western suburbs are full of countless ways to have fun as a family, but the costs can certainly add up quickly.…
Your Guide to Summer 2022 Fun in Chicago’s Western Suburbs
Who is excited for summer?! We can’t wait to go strawberry picking, cool down at splash pads and waterparks, enjoy outdoor music, get fresh food at farmers markets, explore some…
2022 Summer Concerts Are Here!
Summer concerts are on their way for 2022! Soak in a beautiful summer night with the sweet sounds of live music. Pack snacks, a comfy chair, and enjoy oldies, rock,…
Summer 2022 Outdoor Movies in the West Suburbs
Picture this: You’re soaking up a beautiful summer evening, curled up on blankets as you watch an outdoor movie under the stars. It’s hard to believe, but we’ll be there…
Local Miniature Golf Courses with Waterfalls, Windmills, and More
Summer is on the horizon, bringing with it all sorts of outdoor fun. Miniature golf courses are some of the most family-friendly venues in this balmy weather — kids of…
Classic Car Shows are Revving Back Up for Summer 2022
We are wheely excited to see so many downtown and classic car shows back in 2022! Enjoy a beautiful summer night strolling through rows of vintage models and exciting new…
Spring Fling
Join us for Spring Fling, a Mother’s Day Celebration! Featuring live music by Luis Alfredo, Mariachi Singer. Dance performance by La Academia Folkloric Dancers. First 200 kids will receive a…
Exciting New Playgrounds in the Western Suburbs
I am always blown away by the wonderful parks and playgrounds that our park districts provide for us! They are always renovating and reimagining spaces, and we are so grateful…
15 Best Playgrounds in the Western Suburbs + Map!
This list gets harder and harder every year as incredible new playgrounds continue to be built, beloved old favorites are updated, and our readers keep us informed about their favorite…
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Are my kids the only ones who ask for a snack right after we finish a meal? These kids never stop eating! Give yourself a break by enjoying a meal…
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Time to dream of warmer weather and sign up for summer camp! Some camps are currently taking registrations, while others are still formulating their plans. But now is the time…
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Looking for kids birthday party places? Want to hire entertainment? Balloon decorations? Yard Signs? Bounce houses? Food? We want to make planning an amazing party easy and fun! You will…
Your Guide to Kids Classes and Teams in the Western Suburbs
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All the 2022 Free Days at Museums in Chicago and the Suburbs
Trips to the museums are true memory-makers for our family: a photo op with Sue at the Field Museum, watching the dolphin show at Brookfield Zoo, or visiting the baby…